LITURGICAL MINISTRY
Altar Servers
Boys and girls ages 9-17 who wish to participate in a more active way at the Mass. They assist the Priest and Deacon to help make the ritual of the Mass proceed smoothly. Training is provided. Servers assist at regular Sunday Masses and at various Masses on special Feasts and Solemnities, i.e. Christmas, Easter, Holy Days of Obligation.
CONTACT: William Sohm wrsohm@msn.com
Altar Care
Provide regular support in areas of cleaning, linen laundry, supply are attended to so that the sanctuary area of the church is ready for worship.
CONTACT: Han Cremona hc.cremona@gmail.com
Children’s Liturgy of the Word (CLOW)
Young children in K and 1st grade are invited to learn the Word of God at their own level in a special gathering separate from the large Assembly during Mass. This is offered during the 11:00am Mass each Sunday.
CONTACT: Joe Swiss joe.swiss@stjohn-frederick.org
Church Environment
Decorating the church for special occasion, i.e. Christmas, Easter, etc. and throughout the year. Follow-up care for live plants.
CONTACT: Joe Swiss joe.swiss@stjohn-frederick.org
Corpus Christi/Adoration
Set-up and prepare for Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament on Wednesday each week from 3:00-8:00pm. Insure that there are a minimum number of persons in attendance throughout the exposition time.
CONTACT:
Mike Harrison britbky@msn.com
Dean Baldwin deanb43@gmail.com
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
Men and women 16 years of age and older who are Confirmed and in good standing in the Church are invited to assist in the reverent distribution of the Eucharist
EMHC Church – Joe Swiss joe.swiss@stjohn-frederick.org
EMHC Homebound – Lynn Rinehart alynn22@comcast.net
EMHC Hospital – Mike Willett jmcgwillett@gmail.com
EMHC Nursing Homes – Han Cremona hc.cremona@gmail.com
Greeters/Ushers
Men, women, and/or families welcome worshipers as they enter the building and give assistance when needed. Collect the offertory, lead all to Holy Communion, distribute bulletins after Mass, and assist in extraordinary circumstances.
CONTACT: William Key William.j.key@comcast.net
Lectors
Men and women 16 years of age and older who are Confirmed and in good standing in the Church are invited to proclaim the Scriptures at the weekend Masses and other liturgical celebrations.
CONTACT: Joe Swiss joe.swiss@stjohn-frederick.org
Mass Coordinators
Men and women who prepare the sanctuary each week and on special occasions for the celebration of Mass, arrange for gift bearers, and insure all liturgical roles are filled for the celebration. Assist in extraordinary circumstances.
CONTACT: Joe Swiss joe.swiss@stjohn-frederick.org
Wedding Coordinators
Persons who are present at both the rehearsal and the ceremony to assist the presider in the smooth celebration of the wedding ceremony.
CONTACT: Joe Swiss joe.swiss@stjohn-frederick.org
MUSIC MINISTRY
Adult Choir
All persons high school age and up gather weekly to learn and rehearse music in preparation to enhance the liturgy and support the Assembly in musical worship. Rehearsals are held in the choir loft each Thursday from 7:30-9:30pm. The choir sings regularly three times a month rotating through the three Masses, on special feast days, and other special occasions.
CONTACT: Peggy Frazier peggy.frazier@archbalt.org
Young Choir
Open to youth 4th grade through high school. Rehearsals are held Thursdays in the choir loft from 6:30-7:15pm. Sing one Sunday per month (9am), Christmas Eve, and Easter.
CONTACT: Peggy Frazier peggy.frazier@archbalt.org
Cantor Ministry
High school youth and adults are invited to be a part of this ministry. Singing and reading music ability are necessary. Training and musical support are offered. Cantors offer their gifts and talents each weekend at our Masses leading the Assembly in music worship.
CONTACT: Nae Pearson sjeorganist@gmail.com
Handbell Ringers
High school and adults are invited to be members of this group. No prior bell-ringing experience is required. Music reading ability is helpful but not absolutely necessary. Rehearsal are on Wednesday evenings 7:30-9:00pm in Rm 3 of the Bauer Evangelization Center.
CONTACT: Nae Pearson sjeorganist@gmail.com
St. John Schola
The Schola is a smaller acapella ensemble of 8-12 singers. Music reading is a requirement. This ensemble rehearses and sings throughout the year as requested.
CONTACT: Nae Pearson sjeorganist@gmail.com
Solo Instrumentalists
Middle school, high school, and adult instrumentalists with various instrument talents are encouraged to join our liturgical celebrations. Our Director of Music will assist with music selection and provide ample rehearsal time.
CONTACT: Nae Pearson sjeorganist@gmail.com
FAITH FORMATION PROGRAMS
Formation in our faith is a foundational ministry of our Church. In the Gospel of Matthew 28:19-20, Jesus commands us, “Go, therefore, and make disciples of all the nations; baptize them in the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teach them to observe all the commands I gave you.” As such, faith formation is a life-long journey for all baptized persons. St. John’s offers formation opportunities to all ages and volunteers as catechists, aides, and other support roles are needed across many programs.
- Adult Faith Formation – Joe Swiss joe.swiss@stjohn-frederick.org
- Adult Confirmation – Amy Spessard amy.spessard@stjohn-frederick.org
- Baptism Preparation and Celebration – Amy Spessard amy.spessard@stjohn-frederick.org
- Confirmation (Grade 10) – Megan McQuin megan.mcquin@st.john-frederick.org
- Elementary FF (K- 5th Grade) – Sarah Shatzer sarah.shatzer@stjohn-frederick.org
- First Reconciliation (Grade 2 and above) – Amy Spessard amy.spessard@stjohn-frederick.org
- First Communion (Grade 2 and above) – Amy Spessard amy.spessard@stjohn-frederick.org
- High School YM/FF (Grades 9-12) – Megan McQuin megan.mcquin@stjohn-frederick.org
- Marriage Preparation
- Middle School FF – Megan McQuin megan.mcquin@stjohn-frederick.org
- Order of Christian Initiation of Adults – Joe Swiss joe.swiss@stjohn-frederick.org
- OCIA adapted for children – Amy Spessard amy.spessard@stjohn-frederick.org
- Pastorate Family Activities: volunteers are needed for single events and seasonal special events with the Faith Formation Families with coordination and setup
- CONTACT: Amy Spessard amy.spessard@stjohn-frederick.org
SOCIAL/COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS
Boy Scouts
A national/international organization seeking persons to fill leadership roles in their outreach in forming youth
CONTACT: Bill Sohm wrsohm@msn.com
Catholic Daughters of the Americas
A national women’s club. The Court of Elizabeth Ann Seton meets at St. John’s and invites women to grow stronger in their faith and reach out in service to God and His Church.
CONTACT: Jeanne Willett teamleadur@yahoo.com
Filipino-American Ministry
Provides welcoming and hospitality to the Filipino-American community.
CONTACT: Joni Carlo lovingmother46@comcast.net
Knights of Columbus
The KofC is a fraternal order of Catholic men who pledge to live out their lives in strong accordance with the teachings of the Church. The Knights have pledged themselves to good works and mutual support of the local parish. Council #1622 meets at and supports St. John’s.
CONTACT: Rick Babbitt rbab2@live.com (English) Raul Canaviri rcanaviri@comcast.net (Spanish)
Men of St. John
Men of the parish are invited to gather for breakfast and discussion directed to grow in their faith
CONTACT: Paul McNickle pmcnkle@aol.com
Young Adults…P3 Prayer+Penance+Pub – Saints and Spirits
All young adults in the Frederick area are welcome to join together for this gathering.
CONTACT: parish@stjohn-frederick.org
SOCIAL JUSTICE
After the Storm
An outreach ministry to persons and families who are struggling to re-establish their lives after severe economic loss and family distress.
CONTACT: Leslie Mansfield leslieamansfield@cs.com
Arimatheans
Persons who volunteer to assist at funerals as ushers, altar servers, lectors, and EMHC. This ministry calls for flexible work schedules.
CONTACT: Bob Willson 6willsons@gmail.com
Creation Care Ministry
In response to Pope Francis call, this ministry
makes people aware of the Church’s teaching regarding our responsibility in caring for creation and our environment.
CONTACT: Don Koza dkoza@comcast.net
Hunger Ministry
Volunteers collect food after the Masses and adds them to the parish Food Bank
CONTACT: William Key William.j.key@comcast.net
Loaves and Fishes
Volunteers order and organize food donations and distribute them to those in need in our parish community on specified dates each month
CONTACT:
William Key William.j.key@comcast.net
Esta Sternek kumygret@gmail.com
Martha Ministry
Our ministry has two purposes, first, to pray for the deceased. Second, to bring comfort to the mourners through hospitality refreshments offered at the parish following a funeral
CONTACT:
Vicki Hill vhill625@hotmail.com
Kathy Schiek kathyschiek@hotmail.com
Parish Nurses
Nurses volunteer to offer care in a holistic approach and help raise the awareness of the parish at-large concerning health issues.
CONTACT: Ann Myers annmyersrn@hotmail.com
Peace and Social Justice Committee
Volunteers are involved in educational awareness at the parish level and legislative advocacy at the city, state, and national levels. Activity also focuses on coordinating the various social justice outreach efforts of the parish and identifies areas where action is needed.
CONTACT: Leslie Mansfield leslieamansfield@cs.com
Respect Life (Right to Life)
Based on the belief in the sacredness of all life from conception to natural death and the dignity of all persons in all stages of life, volunteers seek to raise awareness of of attacks on this belief in our society. Active outreach is given to pregnancy centers, assisting those grieving after elective abortion, improving the quality of life for elderly or handicapped, and working legislatively against abortion, euthanasia, and capital punishment.
CONTACT: Bob Boehman arrowflight99@gmail.cmom
St. Vincent de Paul Society
Weekly porr box donations enable the Society to provide compassionate and loving assistance for a variety of human needs to the individuals and families who request financial aid from our parish. Volunteers meet with individuals to assess their needs and how the Society can help them
CONTACT: Kathy Schiek kathyschiek@hotmail.com
ADMINISTRATION
Cemetery
St. John has been privileged to provide a final resting place for its parishioners and many prominent Americans. This committee provides for the promotion and upkeep of these important grounds.
CONTACT: Bill.milani@comcast.net
Finance Committee
This committee is responsible for the formation and oversight of the parish budget. It is also for advising the Pastor on the proper care for the parish investments and long range financial planning.
CONTACT: William Key William.j.key@comcast.net
Maintenance Volunteers
Work to conserve and maintain our parish facilities.
CONTACT: Bob Fitzsimmons bob.fitzsimmons@stjohn-frederick.org
Garden Club
This club is a service ministry dedicated to beautifying the church grounds. The members gather regularly to plant and groom the gardens and planters around the church facilities.
CONTACT: Dave Satterfield satterf@comcast.net
Pastorate Advisory Council
Advises the Pastor on issues facing the parish and future planning for parish growth and development
CONTACT: Greg Gondeck gondeckg@gmail.com
SPANISH MINISTRIES
- Coro de Adultos/ Spanish Adult Choir – Pablo Lopez elflakolopez00@gmail.com
- Monaguillos/Altar Server: Sara Ryan sara.ryan@stjohn-frederick.org
- Ujieres/Greeters/Ushers: Refugio Rodriguez lauraweber69@aol.com
- Lectores/Lectors: Nitza Rivas rivas274@comcast.net
- Legión de María/Legion of Mary: Nitza Rivas rivas274@comcast.net
- Sacristán/Sacristans: Adrianna Barreto jalaba@verizon.net
- Social Events: Laura Weber lauraweber69@aol.com
- Groupa de Oracióñol/Spanish Prayer Group: Deysi Escobar mdeysi03@gmail.com
- Spanish RCIA: Sara Ryan sara.ryan@stjohn-frederick.org
- Estatua Virgen Peregrina/Traveling Virgin Statue: Nitza Rivas rivas274@comcast net
- Coro de Jóvenes/Spanish Youth Choir: – Pablo Lopez elflakolopez00@gmail.com
ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT MINISTRIES
Healing Prayer Ministry
A trained and dedicated prayer team available to pray with any individuals seeking the Lord’s healing presence
CONTACT: Mike Alley alleym@dtpepn.nci.nih.gov
Gathered In His Name Prayer Group
A charismatic prayer group that gathers for prayer and praise
CONTACT: Paul McNickle pmnkle@aol.com
Cancer Support Group
Cancer Support Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays each month from 6:30-8:30pm at St. Joseph on Carrollton Manor Church. If you have or had cancer, are a caretaker, a loved one or are affected by csncer in any way, you are welcome to join this group.
CONTACT:
Donna Fox dmf042945@yahoo.com
Suzanne Fioravanti, Rn BSN OCN sefioravanti@gmail.com